BCAC's May fundraiser, Show your heart for women living with breast cancer, has raised more than $60,000 to help New Zealanders battling the disease.
Conducted with the support of Arnott’s Tim Tam, the month-long campaign saw 20 cents donated to BCAC for every pack of Tim Tams sold during May from Countdown, Super Value or Fresh Choice supermarkets.
BCAC deputy chair, Dr Chris Walsh, says “This is a fantastic result and we are extremely grateful to our longtime supporter Arnott’s. Without their commitment and backing, BCAC simply could not do what it does for New Zealanders with breast cancer. Also, this year we must acknowledge the great support of Progressive Enterprises Ltd, the owners of the supermarkets involved.
“Funds raised during this campaign will ensure we can continue distributing our Step by Step support pack to those recently diagnosed with breast cancer. It will also help us to provide relevant and up-to-date information about what is going on in the breast cancer community.”
Step by Step is a key resource that combines information, a treatment diary and a journal for women to record their progress and thoughts during their breast cancer journey. It’s a practical and empowering tool that allows women to understand their diagnosis and treatment options and is offered free of charge to all New Zealanders diagnosed with breast cancer.
Dr Walsh adds “A heartfelt thank you must also go to those women who agreed to share their stories of breast cancer publicly to highlight our 2012 campaign and of course to everyone out there who supported the fundraiser by buying biscuits from the participating supermarkets. Their taste for Tim Tams ensured the success of the campaign.”
Every year more than 2750 women (and 20 men) are diagnosed with breast cancer and BCAC works nationwide through its member organisations to support them and represent the views of those diagnosed to ensure New Zealand women receive the best possible treatment and care.
